Tag: UAE

UAE pledges Ksh2B for flood relief efforts

The United Arab Emirates has pledged a donation of USD 15 million (approximately Ksh2 billion) to Kenya to help mitigate the adverse effects of the floods which have destroyed several parts of the country. According to a statement shared by the UAE Embassy in Nairobi, the pledge comes under the order of UAE President Sheikh […]

Flood calamity: Gov’t appeals to Kenyans to join in relief efforts for flood victims

The government has called upon citizens to join hands in assisting those affected by the devastating floods that have swept through various regions of the country. Issuing a statement on Sunday, May 5, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura noted the importance of unity and cooperation during this challenging period. Mwaura also acknowledged the United Arab Emirates […]

Gulf flooding: Dubai airport chaos as UAE and Oman reel from deadly storms

Heavy rain has been battering Gulf states, causing flash floods that have killed 20 people and disrupted flights at the world’s second-busiest airport. Dubai Airport said it was facing “very challenging conditions” on Wednesday. It advised passengers not to turn up as runways were inundated with water. Further north, a man died when his car […]

Kenya among 13 countries slapped with work and visit visa ban by UAE

The immigration circular said work and visit visas for nationals of the 13 countries were suspended until further notice.

Mali’s ousted leader flies to UAE ‘after stroke’

Mr Keïta, 75, flew to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday for medical treatment after suffering a minor stroke, military officials said.

Nearly a third of Kenya’s imported Covid-19 cases came from UAE

According to the analysis, at least 37 countries in five continents exported a Covid-19 case to Kenya, with the first reported case from London.